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Anduril Industries · 5 months ago

Head of Manufacturing - Test Engineering

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$190K/yr - $285K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. As the Head of Manufacturing Test Engineering, you will oversee the manufacturing test engineering team, ensuring rigorous testing protocols are in place for the consistent delivery of superior quality products.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Direct the manufacturing test engineering team, set objectives, guide initiatives, and assess team outcomes

Architect and oversee the manufacturing test strategy to ensure scalable operations across Anduril, transitioning from pre-production to full-scale output

Strategize and implement advancements in manufacturing testing, focusing on automation, uniformity, and operational streamlining

Evaluate test data, compile findings, and identify opportunities for product and process enhancements

Establish a robust test infrastructure capable of evaluating diverse hardware scales and complexities

Communicate strategic visions to key stakeholders, guiding the scaling of platforms from pre-production (LRIP) through to mass production (FRP)

Collaborate with product development for design testability, ensuring seamless production integration

Lead the procurement and implementation of new test equipment, performing cost-benefit and ROI analyses as needed

Champion initiatives that enhance safety, reduce costs, improve quality, and increase productivity through testing

Develop test protocols within our digital tool stack and provide comprehensive training to technicians and engineers

Determine data collection needs and develop architecture for actionable reporting of data

Administer testing budgets and predict resource requirements for personnel, equipment, and materials

Implement comprehensive training and documentation to elevate team expertise and support knowledge transfer

Cultivate a culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and accountability in the engineering department

Act as the go-to technical authority for manufacturing test matters, advising on and troubleshooting complex issues

Design proactive maintenance and calibration protocols for manufacturing test equipment

Qualification

Manufacturing test engineeringLinuxC#PythonPCBA testingTest automationData analyticsProject managementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsLeadership skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience leading manufacturing test engineering

Expertise in Linux, C#, Python, and NixOS

Solid experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and knowledge of testing standards

Proficiency in using electronic test equipment

Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of non-conforming hardware

Familiar with Product Life Cycle (PLM) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Test Execution Systems (TES)

Experience in managing projects that integrate electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems

Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Preferred

Advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Demonstrated ability to lead the development of manufacturing test systems and teams

Proficiency in LabVIEW, MATLAB, and test automation

Knowledge of PCBA design, mechanical design, and ESS testing

Familiarity with various hardware communication protocols

Experience with HASS & ESS-related testing (Thermal, Vibration, etc.)

Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Benefits

Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.

For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.

Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.

Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.

16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.

A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.

Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.

Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.

Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).

401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)